Cleveland Script Signs & How To Find Them

The Cleveland Script Signs have become as iconic to Cleveland as “The Bean” is to Chicago. Visitor bureau Destination Cleveland installed these signs back in 2016 to encourage locals to share Cleveland views with the world. Since then, they have become so popular there are now six signs in postcard-worthy destinations around Cleveland. I will share where to find them, what they look like, and what else to do in each photogenic location. These signs are not only fun to visit as a local, but the perfect spot for visitors to make memories.

Have you been to these iconic Cleveland signs? Have a favorite? Tell me in the comments below!

Cleveland Script Signs – North Coast Harbor

If you’re in town and only have time to visit one sign I recommend the North Coast Harbor location. It’s the most central to Downtown Cleveland and has 360 degrees of epic views. Behind the sign, you have the Cleveland skyline, including the famous Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. To your right, you have views of the football stadium and science museum as well as the William B. Mather Steamship and museum. To your left, you see more skyline, boat docks, and the E 9th Street Pier. Finally, behind you are expansive views of Lake Erie behind Voinovich Bicentennial Park.

Scenes Near North Coast Harbor

Address: North Coast Harbor, E 9th Street Pier, Cleveland, Ohio 44114

How to get there: Once Downtown, head North on E 9th Street and just keep going. Soon you’ll reach the end where the E. 9th Street Pier and North Coast Harbor begin. 

Parking: The closest parking is the paid lot on the E 9th Pier. Additionally, there is metered parking in front of and to the side of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. If all parking is full, there is the North Point Garage a short walk away that is much larger and should have capacity. Additionally, you can take public transportation to the E 9th St & North Coast Station or utilize rideshares which are abundant in the area.

What Else To Do Nearby: You’re in the heart of Cleveland sandwiched between Lake Erie and Downtown Cleveland.

• Eat: & Drink: Nuevo Modern Mexican & Tequilla on the pier just to the left of the Script Sign. If you want something lighter, try Vintage Bakery Cafe nearby.
• Visit: You can’t visit Cleveland without checking out the famous Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! You should also explore Great Lakes Science Center, especially if visiting with kids.
• Do: Enjoy Lake Erie views and relax on Voinovich Bicentennial Park stairs or play a game of volleyball or bocce.
• Other Photo-Op’s: Lake Erie sunset, Downtown Cleveland Skyline, and the epic Voinovich Park Stairs all make great photos.

More: Check out my Downtown Cleveland City Guide for more things to do all around Downtown Cleveland, Ohio!

Cleveland Script Signs – Abbey Overlook

Just South of Cleveland near the historic neighborhood of Tremont is the Abbey Overlook Cleveland Script Sign. This location has an incredible view of the Cleveland skyline, and bridges, and offers a very industrial view as a backdrop. Depending on the weather and the season the backdrop has a totally different view. 

In the evening the area is lit up pretty well from light posts and the bridge just out of the photo to the right. You can catch some beautiful sunset skies here in the evening or try for a night shot with the city lights. This sign is at the corner of the neighborhoods of Tremont and Ohio City. Both are popular neighborhoods and are generally safe but you are still in the city so use the same precautions you would while exploring any major city.

Depending on the season, there is tall grass blocking this sign from the street. If you are shooting at night, the bridge just to the right has extremely (and obnoxiously) bright lights beaming on the sides which can cause some light glare in your photos.

Scenes Near The Abbey Overlook Script Sign

Address: 1430 Abbey Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44113

How to get there: From downtown, take 90 East to Abbey Ave. exit and turn left. From Ohio City find the West Side Market on W.25th Street and Lorain. Take Lorain, turn right on W.24th Street then left on Abbey Ave, and keep going straight. From Tremont – depends where you are but head North to University Road or Abbey.

Parking: There’s a free parking lot directly across the street under the bridge. Please do not park on the street in front of the sign, this is a no-parking zone (even if you see others park there).

What Else To Do Nearby: This sign is located in the middle of two popular Cleveland neighborhoods: Tremont and Ohio City.

• Eat: & Drink: Try the new restaurant Pioneer in Ohio City, or classic locals’ favorite Barrio in Tremont to suggest a few.
• Visit: The iconic West Side Market in Ohio City and the A Christmas Story House, just a few minutes’ drive away in Tremont.
• Do: Walk around West 25th Street in Ohio City, a popular restaurant and bar destination.
• Other Photo-Op’s: Murals and the West Side Market in Ohio City and ornate churches and unique homes in Tremont.

More: Want to learn more about these popular neighborhoods? Check out my guides on Tremont and Ohio City for more awesome things to do.

Cleveland Script Signs – The Foundry

The Cleveland Script Sign behind The Foundry took me a few passes to find. It’s nestled behind the Foundry building right near the shore of the Cuyahoga River making this sign more of a hidden gem. You can get a fantastic skyline view of the city from here including several of the more unique bridges. This sign is in the Flats District, which is an entertainment district that borders the Cuyahoga River. The street that this sign is located on has a very industrial feeling and the area can feel a little spooky at night.  There are dozens of photo-ops in the general area so if you are visiting this sign you can get some tremendous industrial town photographs. 

Scenes Near The Foundry Script Sign

Address: The Foundry, 1831 Columbus Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44113

How to get there: From Ohio City find Franklin and drive down the hill to Columbus Road and turn left. Cross the green bridge and you’ll be looking on your left. Once you find The Foundry you’ll get a glimpse of the sign but it’s very easy to miss from the street. From Downtown enter the East Bank of the flats and find Columbus Road. Head West and the sign will be on your left. 

Parking: Street parking and if available you may be able to park quickly in the Foundry lot. 

What Else To Do Nearby: This location is in the Flat’s district of Cleveland, a gritty industrial & entertainment area that follows the Cuyahoga River.

• Eat: & Drink: Yummy pasta at Sainato’s at Rivergate or grab a beer at Brick and Barrel Brewing.
• Visit: The Flats, a huge entertainment district, is just a short drive down the street. You can visit the East Bank full of restaurants and bars or the West Bank with an outdoor concert venue and the Greater Cleveland Aquarium.
• Do: You can enjoy the river views from Hart Crane Memorial Park next to Sainatos, and if you’re lucky one of the huge lake ships will be making its way down the Cuyahoga River. It’s always a sight to see them navigate the crooked path of the river.
• Other Photo-Op’s: The old bridges like the bold, green Columbus Road bridge, the Cuyahoga River, and cool industrial buildings.

More: Check out my Downtown Cleveland City Guide for what to do in the Flats District and around Downtown!

Cleveland Script Signs – Euclid Beach Park

One of the more recent Cleveland Script Signs to be installed is in the Euclid Beach Park area. This is the only sign on the East Side of Cleveland and the only one that is on a beach. This one took us a few tries to find as we aren’t as familiar with the East Side.  There are two park entrances and to get to the part of the park with the sign you’ll want to take the entrance that is further East. You won’t see the sign from the parking lot but you will notice a wooden bridge that leads you across where Euclid Creek lets out into Lake Erie. Once you cross the bridge you will see the area the sign is in and can enter the beach, too. 

This sign is located in a larger park system than it is in a neighborhood. You’ll have plenty of nature to enjoy as you explore the beach and wooded area surrounding it. The area is generally safe and you should look up park hours as it is often closed at 10 pm.

Scenes Near Euclid Beach Park

Address: 16301 Lakeshore Blvd, Cleveland, Ohio 44110

How to get there: From Downtown take I90 East to OH-283 E/Lakeshore Blvd exit 179. Continue until you see the Cleveland Metroparks Euclid Creek Reservation Wildwood Park and drive down the windy park road until you get to the parking lot. You’ll walk west till you see a small bridge where you’ll find the sign. I can’t find an exact address but the one listed above is what comes up in the search.

Parking: There’s a free lot within the park a short walk away from the sign.

What Else To Do Nearby: This is the only east-side script sign location to date.

• Eat: & Drink: Citizen Pie for delicious pizza, Six Shooter Coffee for a caffeine fix, and if a show is scheduled you can eat at the Beachland Ballroom & Tavern.
• Visit: The Waterloo Arts District, or visit Euclid Creek Reservation, one of the Cleveland Metroparks nearby.
• Do: Relax on the beach, find cool rocks and sea glass.
• Photo-Op: The Euclid Park Beach Park Sign and pier arch. If you explore the Waterloo District you’ll find more murals including the very unique Pop Life building whose stripes and bold colors make for a great photo op.

More: I don’t have neighborhood guides for the east side yet but will soon!

Cleveland Script Signs – Upper Edgewater Park

My second favorite location is the Cleveland Script Sign in Upper Edgewater Beach. I love this sign because you get an incredible view of the Cleveland skyline and Lake Erie shoreline. During the day you can get some great views but expect a lot of visitors that may be in your way. My favorite time to be there is during sunset when you’ll see some of the most breathtakingly colorful skies as the sun sets off to the left of the sign. This sign is in the Cleveland Metroparks and there is a lot of green space to spread out and have picnics, play, walk around and enjoy nature and the lake. This area is generally safe and the park closes at 11 pm. 

All these shots were taken with an iPhone, however, if you can shoot with a DSLR you can have fun experimenting with lenses. Want Cleveland’s skyline to look larger than life? Try a telephoto lens which will help compress the background and make it appear closer. Even moving just slightly around can change the whole perspective of this sign. Have fun, especially if you’re a local who just can’t help but photograph it every time you are near.

Scenes Near Upper Edgewater Park

Address: Upper Edgewater Dr, Cleveland, Ohio 44102

How to get there: This sign is located in Upper Edgewater Park not to be mistaken for Edgewater Beach. To get here from Downtown take the Shoreway/ OH 2 West taking the West Blvd. exit toward Lake Avenue. West Blvd. turns slightly right and becomes Upper Edgewater Drive. From the West take Clifton Blvd to West Blvd. and follow the directions above.

Parking: There are free lots throughout the park.

What Else To Do Nearby: This location is near one of Cleveland’s bigger beach areas and is a popular destination for taking photos with the sign.

• Eat: & Drink: Get ice cream at Remixx Ice Cream & Cereal Bar and dinner at Dinerbar on Clifton.
• Visit: Flower Child 2 floors of amazing vintage and Urban Planting Cleveland for plants galore.
• Do: Visit Edgewater Beach & Pier below the sign and hang out at the Beach House.
• Photo-Op: Lake Erie, Downtown skyline, Edgewater Beach & Pier, and some killer sunsets.

More: Check out my Lakewood Neighborhood Guide which covers parts of Edgewater and my Detroit-Shoreway Neighborhood Guide for more things to do nearby.

Tip: This location is one of the most popular locations and you will find that it’s often packed with people rotating in and out to get their shots. Try coming earlier in the morning or later in the evening for a less crowded experience. 

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport Sign

Last but not least, the final Cleveland Script Sign is located in the baggage claim area of the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. This is a great photo-op for visitors who may not have time to visit the other locations. 

Address: 5300 Riverside Dr., Cleveland, Ohio 44135

How to get there: This sign is located near baggage claim at the Cleveland Hopkins Airport. If you are taking the escalator down to the baggage claim, you will take a left and walk all the way to the end to find the sign.

Parking: Various airport parking lots but you are probably flying into Cleveland when you see this one.

Parking: Flying into Cleveland and looking for fun things to do? Check out my epic collection of Cleveland Ohio Neighborhood & City Guides for the best restaurants, shops, photo-ops, and more!

Which sign are you thinking about visiting? Do you have a favorite? Tell me below!

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